June Fever - Hosta

Hosta 'June Fever' is listed in the RHS profile within Hosta × tardiana. Hostas are foliage-led herbaceous perennials for shaded gardens, and extension guidance recommends moist, well-drained soil for steady growth. [RHS plant profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/220816/hosta-%C3%97-tardiana-june-fever/details) [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hosta/) ## Garden use Use this hosta in a shaded border or woodland-style planting, where its leafy clump can add a broad, layered texture. It also suits a container with drainage and enough room for the foliage to form its mature clump. [RHS plant profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/220816/hosta-%C3%97-tardiana-june-fever/details) [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hosta/) ## Growing conditions Give it partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water during prolonged dry spells, particularly while the plant is establishing, and avoid leaving the crown in saturated soil. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hosta/) ## Maintenance Check the foliage for slug and snail feeding and remove damaged or declining leaves. Cut back dead foliage after it dies down and remove flower stems after flowering if a tidier appearance is wanted. [RHS plant profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/220816/hosta-%C3%97-tardiana-june-fever/details) [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hosta/)